Amity University Hosts Five-Day Teacher Immersion Programme for Bhutanese Educators
40 teachers from Bhutan participate in the programme to explore the Cambridge curriculum, innovative teaching methodologies and the use of Artificial Intelligence in education.
NOIDA, November 12, 2026: Amity Institute of Training & Development, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida, has commenced a five-day Teacher Immersion Programme for the Royal Government of Bhutan, bringing together 40 school teachers from Bhutan for an intensive academic and professional development initiative from November 12–16, 2026.
The programme aims to familiarise participating educators with international school education standards, with a particular focus on the Cambridge International School Education framework. It will provide opportunities for knowledge exchange, exposure to contemporary teaching practices and the exploration of innovative educational approaches.
Speaking during the inaugural session, Ms. Yeshi Choden Wangmo, a schoolteacher from Bhutan, highlighted the relevance of the programme, noting that the Cambridge curriculum has been introduced in Bhutan from the current academic session. She said the participating teachers are keen to gain a deeper understanding of the curriculum, adopt effective teaching practices and explore the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in teaching and learning.
She further emphasised that the initiative would help educators learn innovative methodologies aligned with the Cambridge framework and apply them effectively in their classrooms, while strengthening academic and cultural ties between India and Bhutan.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Balvinder Shukla, Vice Chancellor of Amity University Uttar Pradesh, welcomed the Bhutanese delegation and highlighted the important role of teachers in shaping future generations. She stated that the programme reflects Amity University’s commitment to international academic collaboration and the professional development of educators through knowledge exchange and global exposure.
Dr. Shukla also noted that the initiative would provide a valuable platform for participating teachers to share experiences, exchange knowledge and explore innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
Prof. (Dr.) Alka Mudgal, Head of Institution, Amity Institute of Education, outlined the structure and key components of the five-day programme. She explained that the immersion would feature academic sessions, interactive workshops, expert-led discussions, experiential learning activities and institutional engagements.
Through this initiative, Amity University aims to facilitate cross-border educational collaboration and provide Bhutanese educators with practical insights into international teaching standards, modern classroom practices and emerging technologies in education.
